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Response to terror: Eight new outposts within days

Eight new outposts, including two in Area B, established since deadly Havat Gilad terror attack.

Response to terror: Eight new outposts within days

Female soldier found dead at base in central Israel

The IDF announced that a soldier was found dead last night at a base in central Israel.

Female soldier found dead at base in central Israel

Rare First Temple mold discovered beneath Tower of David

Archaeologists uncover first known mold used to produce First Temple-era female figurines in Jerusalem, offering direct evidence the artifacts were manufactured in the city nearly 2,600 years ago.

Rare First Temple mold discovered beneath Tower of David

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Watch: Despite the heat, signs of autumn at Hula Lake Park

Eight flamingos arrived at the nature reserve this weekend along with other migratory birds.

Watch: Despite the heat, signs of autumn at Hula Lake Park

Syrian president: We will not intervene militarily in Lebanon

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa says Damascus won't involve itself militarily in Lebanon, but warns internal instability there would have serious repercussions for Syria.

Syrian president: We will not intervene militarily in Lebanon

Just before Washington trip

Just before Washington trip: Netanyahu reveals concern over possible US pressure

The Prime Minister embarks on a quick visit to the US at the President's invitation, focusing on discussing the Iranian issue and attending the funeral ceremony for Senator Lindsey Graham

Just before Washington trip: Netanyahu reveals concern over possible US pressure

9/11 families demand:

9/11 families demand Mamdani be banned from 25th anniversary ceremony

A petition drive led by 9/11 victims' families demands NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani be barred from the 25th anniversary Ground Zero memorial ceremony.

9/11 families demand Mamdani be banned from 25th anniversary ceremony

Police search for shooter

Two dead, five injured in shooting in Seattle, police search for shooter

At least two dead and five injured in a shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival at Seattle Center. Police search for the shooter.

Two dead, five injured in shooting in Seattle, police search for shooter

After vessel strike

Iran warns Ukraine of retaliation after Caspian Sea cargo vessel strike

Tehran summons a Ukrainian diplomat and warns of retaliation following a Caspian Sea strike on an Iranian vessel that killed a sailor.

Iran warns Ukraine of retaliation after Caspian Sea cargo vessel strike

Berlin attack suspect shot dead by police following manhunt

Police fatally shoot 21-year-old suspect in deadly Berlin attack that left one dead and 29 injured.

Berlin attack suspect shot dead by police following manhunt

Rabbi Yaakov Farber, pioneer of haredi military integration, passes away at 32

Rabbi Yaakov Farber, a Belz Hasid who spearheaded the "Ma'alot Tzur" initiative to integrate haredim into the military, passes away after his condition deteriorated during a medical procedure.

Rabbi Yaakov Farber, pioneer of haredi military integration, passes away at 32

Foreign interference?

Concerns over foreign interference: Shin Bet chief to brief Knesset committee

In a closed-door meeting of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Subcommittee for Intelligence, Shin Bet Director David Zini will present data on influence operations by enemy states.

Concerns over foreign interference: Shin Bet chief to brief Knesset committee

'We have more than we need'

'We have more than we need': Trump rejects claims of dwindling munitions

President Trump rejects reports that he delayed massive two-week military strike on Iran over concerns about declining missile stockpiles.

'We have more than we need': Trump rejects claims of dwindling munitions

Suspicious object neutralized outside MK Avi Maoz’s home

Israel Police sappers neutralize a suspicious bag found in the yard of the Noam party leader’s residence. Object taken to a laboratory for further examination.

Suspicious object neutralized outside MK Avi Maoz’s home

Haredim launch consumer initiative to combat cost of living

Haredi community leaders are launching a large-scale consumer initiative aimed at reducing the cost of living for families of Yeshiva students, following the recent economic sanctions imposed on Yeshiva students who do not report for IDF service.

Haredim launch consumer initiative to combat cost of living

Bennett-Lapid hit all-time low polling numbers

A new Kantar poll shows Likud leading with 22 seats, while Gadi Eisenkot trails by one seat and matches Netanyahu in support for prime minister, while Bennett trails.

Bennett-Lapid hit all-time low polling numbers

Military backtracks

Military backtracks: IDF knew of hike before deadly terror attack

The IDF acknowledged it knew of the unauthorized hike before the terror attack but did not stop it or provide security, according to a report.

Military backtracks: IDF knew of hike before deadly terror attack

Shots fired at Jewish bakery in Toronto in twin vandalism attacks

Gunshots struck one Toronto bakery branch while another was vandalized, prompting a hate crime investigation and condemnation from Gideon Sa'ar.

Shots fired at Jewish bakery in Toronto in twin vandalism attacks

'Bold and courageous leader'

'Bold and courageous leader': Herzog reveals details of call with Bahrain's King

President Isaac Herzog said he and Bahrain's King Hamad discussed regional challenges, advancing peace and confronting terrorism and hatred.

'Bold and courageous leader': Herzog reveals details of call with Bahrain's King

Jerusalem man indicted for firework attack on police

The Jerusalem District Attorney's Office filed a complainant's statement on Sunday with the Jerusalem Magistrates' Court against a 20-year-old Arab resident of the Silwan neighborhood for hitting a police officer with fireworks.

Jerusalem man indicted for firework attack on police

Judea and Samaria:

Judea and Samaria: IDF launches massive crackdown to stop escalation

Following last week's terror attacks, the IDF arrested more than 130 wanted suspects and tightened security measures across Judea and Samaria.

Judea and Samaria: IDF launches massive crackdown to stop escalation

Precedential ruling against AI election ads

The chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, has ordered Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to delete an AI-generated campaign video for being too misleading to voters.

Precedential ruling against AI election ads

Netanyahu: How war with Iran will end

In a Fox News interview, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran's regime must either fall or be weakened enough to abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Netanyahu: How war with Iran will end

'You were an angel'

Major Yuval Ezra laid to rest: 'You were an angel'

Major Yuval Ezra, laid to rest after being murdered in the shooting attack near Havat Gilad, remembered as an influential and beloved figure by many.

Major Yuval Ezra laid to rest: 'You were an angel'

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Watch: Mezuzahs for Israel and Iran’s future embassies

Silvain Adams met in Paris with Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, expressed support for democratic Iran, and presented mezuzahs to the future embassies of the two countries.

Watch: Mezuzahs for Israel and Iran’s future embassies

IDF eliminates Hamas Central Camps UAV cell commander

Hamam Eid was responsible for the production of UAVs for the Hamas terrorist organization in the central camps, intended to harm Israeli civilians and IDF troops.

IDF eliminates Hamas Central Camps UAV cell commander

Cabinet gives Board of Peace green light to enter Gaza

The Security Cabinet approved a pilot placing parts of Gaza under a Palestinian Arab technocratic government, backed by a multinational force and strict security screening.

Cabinet gives Board of Peace green light to enter Gaza

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Watch: Emotional reunion between rescuers and missing 4-year-old

A moving meeting took place between 4-year-old Yuval Kogen and the search teams that found him at Nitzanim Beach, safe and sound after 27 hours of searches.

Watch: Emotional reunion between rescuers and missing 4-year-old

Surprise guest from Cyprus: Rare coin discovered on Ashdod Beach

Usually helping bathers locate their lost jewelry, Ashdod Beaches Department Deputy Director discovers a very rare 2,500-year-old coin, originating from Cyprus.

Surprise guest from Cyprus: Rare coin discovered on Ashdod Beach

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Watch: Suspect gets a wake-up call from undercover officers

Hundreds of Border Police officers arrested dozens of suspects in a major Judea and Samaria operation following the deadly terrorist attacks near Havat Gilad.

Watch: Suspect gets a wake-up call from undercover officers

President of Syria:

'Security agreement with Israel could pave the way for peace, without giving up the Golan'

President of Syria Ahmed al-Sharaa says that his country is working to reach a security agreement with Israel, involving additional countries, which could pave the way for comprehensive peace, without giving up the Golan.'

'Security agreement with Israel could pave the way for peace, without giving up the Golan'

Cabinet approves ban on import of goods made with forced labor

The Government approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal to ban the import into Israel of goods produced, entirely or in part, through forced labor.

Cabinet approves ban on import of goods made with forced labor

Geert Wilders

Geert Wilders: 'Israeli settlements aid security of Europe'

After the Dutchban on imports from Judea and Samaria, Geert Wilders, the candidate for the Dutch presidency, arrived in Israel as the guest of the head of the Samaria Council.

Geert Wilders: 'Israeli settlements aid security of Europe'

7 PA Arabs arrested for assault on Israeli near Beitar Illit

Seven Palestinian Arab suspects were arrested last night on suspicion of involvement in a violent incident near the Moreno farm, in the Beitar Illit area.

7 PA Arabs arrested for assault on Israeli near Beitar Illit

Antisemitism in Manchester:

Vehicles belonging to haredi residents vandalized during Shabbat

Wave of antisemitic incidents in Manchester: Haredi residents’ cars vandalized days after three Jews shot with air gun.

Vehicles belonging to haredi residents vandalized during Shabbat

Amit Segal slams 'Democrats' over reactions to deadly terror attack

Political commentator Amit Segal accused members of the Democrats party of blaming Jewish victims following Friday’s deadly terror attack - and criticized their political allies for remaining silent.

Amit Segal slams 'Democrats' over reactions to deadly terror attack

'So no Jews remain there'

So no Jews remain there: Incitement suspect arrested; M16 magazines and cash found in home

Northern District police arrested a 39-year-old Maghar resident suspected of incitement after allegedly posting an inflammatory comment on social media following the Havat Gilad attack.

So no Jews remain there: Incitement suspect arrested; M16 magazines and cash found in home

France

France: 6 arrested for plot to attack synagogue

French security services have arrested six suspects accused of planning a terrorist attack targeting a synagogue, in the latest in a series of serious security incidents in the country.

France: 6 arrested for plot to attack synagogue

Defense establishment warns of potential Intifada in Judea and Samaria

Security officials say they are detecting a shift in Arab behavior and are warning of the possibility of a broad popular uprising following the terrorist attacks over the past week.

Defense establishment warns of potential Intifada in Judea and Samaria

Outcry over IDF dismissal:

Outcry over IDF dismissal: Minister Smotrich calls on IDF Chief to revoke punishment

Minister Smotrich appeals to IDF Chief following dismissal of soldier who posted video supporting his party: 'Punishment is disproportionate. Reinstate soldier to active service.'

Outcry over IDF dismissal: Minister Smotrich calls on IDF Chief to revoke punishment